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YJ-18
CASC · Cruise · China · Digital Age (2010–present)
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Overview Specifications
The YJ-18 is a Chinese anti-ship cruise missile.
Specifications
Category Missiles
Sub-Category Cruise
Domain Defence
Era Digital Age (2010–present)
Country China
Manufacturer CASC
Operator China
Primary Role Cruise
Status In Service
Service Entry 2015
Propulsion Turbofan
Engine Turbofan sustainer + solid booster + supersonic terminal stage
Launch Sea/Sub-launched
Length (ft) 26.2
Payload (lb) 551
Endurance (hr) 0.47
Service Ceiling (ft) 50000
Range (mi) 290
Max Speed (mph) 2301
Max Speed (Mach) 0.8
Armament Blast-fragmentation